Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zealotism
noun
/ˈzɛləˌtɪzəm/
Definition
Zealotism refers to an extreme and fanatical commitment to a particular cause or ideology, often resulting in intolerance towards differing views.
Examples
- Her zealotism drove her to protest against the changes in policy.
- Many considered his zealotism in politics to be extreme and divisive.
- Zealotism can often lead to conflict between groups with differing beliefs.
Meaning
The term conveys the idea of being excessively passionate about a belief or cause, sometimes to the point of interfering with rational thought or discourse.
Synonyms
- fanaticism
- extremism
- radicalism
- partisanship
- dogmatism
